1972 Jaguar XJ vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1972 Jaguar XJ. (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1972 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 340 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Jaguar XJ (408 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayman. (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jaguar XJ | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | XJ | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 3385 cc |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
